Practice question
What action should a private investigator take if they inadvertently obtain highly sensitive personal information (e.g., medical records) without proper authorization during an investigation?
- Use the information if it's highly relevant to the case
- Immediately secure the information, cease its use, and seek legal counsel or guidance from the information commissioner regarding its proper destruction or return.
- Share it with the client if they promise to keep it confidential
- Keep it on file for future reference but do not use it
Answer: B — Immediately secure the information, cease its use, and seek legal counsel or guidance from the information commissioner regarding its proper destruction or return.
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